Rural Properties For Sale Mid North Coast NSW

Influx of ‘Sea Changers’ and ‘Tree Changers’ Fuel Price Growth

NSW’s Mid North Coast – comprising the local government areas of Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca, Kempsey, Port Macquarie-Hastings and the former Greater Taree – have been a key magnet for city folk seeking a ‘sea change’ or ‘tree change’ over the past few years.

Above: Price growth in the Mid North Coast was strongest in Coffs Harbour 

Attracted by the region’s unique combination of some of Australia’s most beautiful coastline and rural landscapes, friendly communities and plenty of business opportunities, strong migration has dramatically driven up property prices over the past two years, with median house values as of January 2022 up 30.7 per cent on January 2021 to $717,113, according to CoreLogic’s quarterly Regional Market Update. Almost 12 per cent of sales were in the $1-2 million price bracket, and a little over 14 per cent were in the $800,000-1 million range.

Encompassing an area of 17,218 square kilometres between the Great Divide and the east coast, property prices in the Mid North Coast’s lush inland areas also experienced strong growth, with the median price of farmland registering a cumulative average growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3 per cent in the five years to 2021, according to Rural Bank’s latest Australian Farmland Values Report.

Price growth was strongest in Coffs Harbour (+21.0 per cent to $17,596/ha), Bellingen (+15.9 per cent to $12,942/ha), Kempsey (+9.6 per cent to $7,182), Port Macquarie-Hastings (+5.8% to $10,116) and Nambucca (+5.0 per cent to $10,730).

With such a wealth of business opportunity, culture and natural assets on offer – all within a four-hour drive of the major centres of Sydney, Newcastle, the Gold Coast and Brisbane, why would you live or work anywhere else!

If you’re considering making a ‘sea change’ or ‘tree change’ to the Mid North Coast NSW, check out some of our favourite rural properties for sale Mid North Coast NSW – or click on the following link for almost 100 rural properties for sale Mid North Coast NSW.

Rural Properties For Sale Mid North Coast NSW: 520 Crossmaglen Road, Bonville

This rural property for sale Mid North Coast is located in a perfect spot in the Crossmaglen Valley. Comprising around 12 hectares, this property offers seven paddocks and would be perfect for your horses with existing stables or you could run some cattle.

The home is absolutely stunning with 10-foot ceilings in the living area and main bedroom. The main bedroom looks out to the mountains and boasts a large ensuite and walk-in robe.

Walk out of the main suite into the large open plan living area boasting a gorgeous master chef kitchen with large island bench with stone benchtops. Behind the kitchen is the butler’s pantry leading onto the huge laundry that has the direct access from the internal access from the double carport.

The laundry also leads through to the hallway that runs up to the other bedrooms of the home to the left and to the right there is a powder room that perfectly positioned of the living area to service your guests whilst entertaining.

What a home to entertain in! The living-kitchen area flows out to one the most sensational spots to entertain or just relax. The north-facing alfresco and backyard area is just picture perfect looking up to the Bonville Mountain range and the Tuckers Knob State Forest. At the other end of the home there are two more bedrooms and large main bathroom with separate bath and shower.

Outside there is a huge, levelled area that would make a great spot for a dressage arena or build a massive shed and create your own undercover or enclosed equestrian arena.

All seven paddocks have water to them, feed via a header tank up on the hill that is kept topped up by the property bore that has a 60-litre-a-minute pumping capacity.

The sheds service all your needs: one shed for all your gardening tools and mower and is positioned on top of the 90,000-litre inground water tank. The main shed has three bays with two roller doors, including one high enough to get your caravan or fishing boat inside.

If it’s a perfect rural lifestyle you are searching for, come and inspect 520 Crossmaglen Road, Bonville and explore the beauty of this property.

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Rural Properties For Sale Mid North Coast: 194 North Bank Road, Bellingen

This rural property for sale Mid North Coast enjoys a very private, peaceful and beautiful riverfront position overlooking the Bellinger River with parkland gardens.

The main residence consists of three large bedrooms, two bathrooms and a fantastic study ideal for those working from home. The upstairs level consists of three large bedrooms, a bathroom and sitting room. All bedrooms feature spacious walk-in robes.

The spacious kitchen meets all your culinary needs and features Miele appliances, an induction cooktop, large bench tops and opens to the sun-filled dining area. The extensive lounge room is situated next to the open-plan kitchen and dining area, overlooking the river and mountains through large five-metre panoramic windows and a light-filled atrium.

There is an additional lounge room located adjacent to the main living area, with external access onto the large outdoor deck and patio. The house has reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout.

To complete the main house, there is a second living area located on the lower level that could also be used as a games room or gym, or additional bedroom. There is also a huge double garage connected to the home, along with an office space.

The water supply for the main house and shed can be serviced by bore or town water, with two large water tanks located on the property. There is also a 10kW, three-phase solar power array.

A charming, self-contained one-bedroom cottage is also located on the property, with separate road access. The cottage could achieve a rental return of $400+ per week. Approved by Council, it has been successfully run as a holiday accommodation business. For more information on the cottage, click here.

There is a huge machinery/workshop shed with concrete floors which would make a wonderful spot for your classic vehicle collection, an engineering workshop or a woodworker’s paradise.

Set on six acres, this rural property is located just 30 minutes from Coffs Harbour, 15 minutes from the pristine beaches of the Mid North Coast and 30 minutes from Dorrigo National Park.

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Rural Properties For Sale Mid North Coast: 1445 Maria River Road, Crescent Head

Offered for the first time in over 25 years, this magnificent 50-acre farm is privately positioned adjoining Limeburners Creek Nature Reserve located halfway between coastal Crescent Head and Port Macquarie.

‘The Gums’ includes 25 acres of cleared land with improved fertile pastures and 25 acres of native bush land. There are nine fenced paddocks suitable for grazing with dams, water outlets and laneways to easily rotate stock.

Previously managed as a highy successful Boer goat stud, the land holding is suitable to accommodate a small agriculturally based business (subject to council approval).

A gorgeous Federation-style home with a wraparound bullnose veranda sits elevated on a one-acre mound providing stunning views across the landscape. The interior features 10-foot ceilings throughout, French doors, decorative ceiling cornices, clawfoot bathtub, and solid timber framed windows and doors.

The polished timber floors and an eye-catching Scandinavian wood fireplace add warmth and a beautiful aesthetic. For year-round comfort there is RC AC in the family room.

The country-style kitchen offers a walk-in pantry, gas cooking, and great storage. The property also includes solar panels, water tanks, open shedding for the tractor, 18m x 9m lockable shed with a WC, garden shed for wood stacking, plus additional storage for equipment.

Nurtured by the current owners to preserve its natural resources for future generations, this eco-friendly environment provides incredibly beautiful flora and fauna including sugar gliders, kangaroos, koalas, spotted quoll, tropical birdlife, established trees, and access to waterways and rainforests.

If it’s relaxation, connecting with nature, fresh farm air, and rain on a tin roof you find appealing, plus the convenience of a 20-minute drive to shopping and beaches, then make sure you don’t miss out on this exceptional one-of-a-kind property.

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Rural Properties For Sale Mid North Coast: 48 Dirrikee Hill Road, South Kempsey

Stop horsing around and finally say goodbye to commuting once and for all! Here’s an exciting opportunity to live the dream and secure yourself a boutique hobby farm on prime acreage close to facilities and just 10 minutes’ drive to Crescent Head’s main beach.

This rural property for sale Mid North Coast includes a luxurious home with bespoke inclusions, four-bay horse stable, whopping big Colorbond shed, round yard, and an outdoor entertaining gazebo with a built in BBQ and adjoining fire pit area to enjoy the summer BBQs with friends and family.

Indoors is a showstopper with its spacious open-plan living areas that open fully onto outdoors. Architectural skylights draw in streams of natural light and an expanse of glass maximises views of the outdoor greenery.

Quality Oak timber look flooring adds warmth to the fresh white interior and pairs back perfectly with subtle touches of classic brass including a wow factor mid-century modern statement light.

Celebrity chef or not you are going love cooking in this serious cool custom-built kitchen with its divine colour palette, detailed cabinetry, gigantic Caesarstone island bench, walk-in pantry, and high-end integrated appliances. No power bills here with a12kw solar panel system and solar hot water. In addition is ducted-zoned air conditioning throughout and purpose-built storage.

A beautifully appointed master bedroom provides a tranquil outlook across outdoors and includes a walk-in robe and modern ensuite. Two guest bedrooms are serviced by a state-of-the-art floor to ceiling stone-tiled bathroom with a timber floating twin vanity, plantation shutters, and deluxe freestanding oval bathtub.

Hidden away behind the double garage is a supersized laundry and shower combo with a separate water closet, and if you please, a gorgeous, oversized rattan pendant light.

This unbelievable package also comes complete with three 20,000-litre water tanks, town water, extensive parking, double garage, automated roller door on the shed, established gardens, shade trees, and a fenced enclosure to keep an eye on children and safely house our four-legged friends.

If you’re thinking about a shift in gears and looking to raise a horse or two and live sustainably, then do yourself a favour and organise a time to take a wander and get a feel for this peaceful setting.

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Rural Properties For Sale Mid North Coast: 457 Summerville’s Road, Bellingen

What more could you ask for than enjoying the fruits of your own labour in a magnificent location! With extensive river frontage to the beautiful Bellinger River and, with productive soil, the current owners have enjoyed growing certified organic produce on this amazing 4.7-hectare (13-acre) rural property along with an outstanding lifestyle.

Nestled under the World Heritage-listed rainforest and mountain range is a beautifully presented and tastefully designed two-storey home. The newly rendered downstairs block complements the cedar-clad second story. Generous wrap around veranda on both levels provide superb panoramic views from every angle.

The main open living area downstairs has an easy maintenance bamboo floor, a well-laid out kitchen with new appliances and dining room with a woodfire for the cooler winter nights.

There are three bedrooms on this level and a generous-sized bathroom with a claw-foot bath to relax your body and soothe your soul at day’s end. The living areas and bedrooms all have glass sliding doors opening onto the veranda, providing good light, airflow, and lovely areas to relax and enjoy.

Upstairs opens into a large lounge with timber-lined cathedral ceilings and polished timber floor. There are two above-average-sized bedrooms upstairs with rooms on the upper level having beautiful timber doors opening onto the veranda.

There is a beautifully appointed bathroom on this level including a spa bath. Each bedroom has outstanding views of the property, the Bellinger River or the mountain.

The property boasts an amazing array of fruit trees including two commercial orchards, one of approximately 165 red grapefruit trees and one of 100 lemonade trees. These orchards are closely guarded by an army of Indian runner ducks who work hard each day to control pests.

There is also the house orchard with 23 different types of fruits to choose from. Cropping on the certified organic farm also includes garlic and ginger crops which are sold commercially under the trading name of Merricks Creek Organics. There is a large chicken coop providing farm fresh eggs each day, the placid cows, bull and calves take care of the rest of the property.

There is a huge-enclosed vegetable garden, extensive herb garden and, coupled with solar energy and hot water, this property is set up for sustainable living. It also boasts over 100,000 litres of water storage as well as a water licence.

Located less than 20 minutes to one of the most attractive and popular towns in Australia, Bellingen, you will have it all, markets, superb dining, great choice of schools, medical facilities sporting fields and galleries.

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